SP Studio Systems SP-12 - Manual (Page 95)

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© E-mu Systems, Inc. 1985 Page 95
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Identify data vocally: Since most small cassette machines have built-in mikes,
and other decks have mic input jacks, it’s easy to record a brief bit of narration
describing the nature of the data saved on the cassette. However, note that the
vocal sounds may cause strange triggering of the cassette interface. So, listen to
the recorder with the interface de-activated (or the cassette output unplugged
from the SP-12) until hitting the vocal announcement. After the narration is over,
plug the cassette player back into the SP-12 and start loading the data. Another
option is to record the voice at a low enough level that the interface simply
ignores it.
Maintain a back-up cassette: Recording multiple saves is one way to prevent
the loss of valuable data; another is maintaining a second cassette on which you
also record the data several times. That way if something drastic happens to the
first cassette, you’ll have a duplicate. Computer owners are very aware of the
need to make back-ups of important data -- and if you ever lose an important
cassette, you’ll appreciate the value of back-ups as well.
Take care of your recorder: Remember to clean the heads, capstan, and pinch
roller, and well as perform regular demagnetization and azimuth alignment.